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Unique Events
01/01/2009 | Swim Into 2009
Be the first to get your feet wet in this special New Year's Day fundraising swim in support of the Barracudas swim teams. All ages. 10:30am-noon. $6. King Pool, 1700 Hopkins St., Berkeley. 510-981-5147. ci.berkeley.ca.us.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Nature
01/01/2009 | Butterfly Walks
Discover the amazing migration habits of monarch butterflies and learn how they survive the long cold season. 11am, 1pm and 2pm. $2 adults, $1 children ages 4-17, under 4 FREE. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont. 888-EBPARKS. ebparks.org.
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Sports
01/01/2009 | Bumper Bowling
Celebrate 2009 by taking your children bumper bowling. $4 per game for adults, $2.75 for kids. $3.50 for shoes, FREE shoe rental for kids before 6pm. 9am-midnight. Paddock Bowl, 5915 Pacheco Blvd., Pacheco. 925-685-7812. paddockbowl.com.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Kids Classes
01/02/2009 | Babysitter's Training (NO CPR)
Babysitters will learn skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children. Topics will include running a small business, safety, safe play, discipline, basic infant care, and basic first aid. No CPR or First Aid Certification is provided with class. A book with CD-ROM, certificate, supplies and snacks are included. Please pre-register.
Ages: 11-15 yrs old, Time: 8:30 - 3 p.m., Fee: $58/$53 Martinez Resident
For more info, contact Martinez Recreation at 372-3510 or log onto www.cityofmartinez.org
| Fee | Concord
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
01/02/2009 | Hot Cocoa and S'mores Camp
We're back at the Kiwanis Building, for one day of winter fun and a little cooking. We'll also include some crafts, games and a walk to Brown Street Park if the weather is nice! Need to pre-register. Ages for K-5th. Time is from 9 am - 3 pm and fee is $21/$16 Martinez Resident. For more information, call Martinez Recreation at 372-3510 or you can find more classes and special events in our activity guide online at www.cityofmartinez.org
| Fee | Concord
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Animal Encounters
01/02/2009 | Zoo Lights
Visit the Oakland Zoo to view 120 animal light displays. Through Jan. 4. 5:30-9:30pm. $6.50 adult members, $7.50 non-members. $4.50 child members, $6.50 non-members. 9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland. 510-632-9525. oaklandzoo.org.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Sports
01/02/2009 | Gymnastics Night
Bring children ages 4-12 for a fun night of pizza, games, trampoline and more. 6:30-10:30pm. $7 per hour, per child. Liberty Gymnastics Training Center, 2330-A Bates Ave., Concord. 925-687-8009. libertygymtrainingcenter.com.
| Fee | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Science
01/02/2009 | Engineer It
There are only two days left to test your building and design skills on boats and buildings at the exhibit ending Jan. 4. 10am-5pm. $11 adults, $9 ages 7-12, $6 ages 3-6, under 3 FREE. Lawrence Hall of Science, Centennial Dr, Berkeley. 510-642-5132. lhs.berkeley.edu.
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Nature
01/03/2009 | Nature Detectives - January Jewels of the Marsh
Explore the salt ponds of the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center and examine salt, one of the jewels of the saltmarsh. We’ll take a hike and learn how people, plants, and animals use salt and salty water found here. Make a salty craft to take home. For 3 to 5 year olds and their caregivers on Saturday, January 3, 11:00AM – 12:00PM. There is a $5 fee and registration is required. Call 510-881-6700. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward.
| Fee | Hayward
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Nature
01/03/2009 | Jewels of the Marsh
Explore the salt ponds, take a hike, make a craft, and learn how people, plants and animals use salt and salty water. 11am-noon. $5 per child. Ages 3-5. Registration required. Class #522. Hayward Shoreline, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward. 510-881-6700. haywardrec.org.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Museum Events
01/03/2009 | Confetti Art Days
Habitot Children's Museum invites kids ages 0-6 to scoop up New Year's Eve confetti and turn it into colorful collages, hats and murals today and tomorrow. Dance parties at 10:30am. $7 adults, $8 children. 2065 Kittredge St., Berkeley. 510-647-1111. habitot.org.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Films
01/03/2009 | Outdoor Movie
The West Wind Solano drive-in offers double features every night. $6.75 adults, $1 ages 5-11. Cash only. 1611 Solano Way, Concord, 925-825-1951. westwindpublicmarkets.com.
| Fee | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Hands-on Activities
01/03/2009 | Get Crafty
Children ages 3 and older are invited to make crafts every Sat. from 11am-3pm. FREE. Lakeshore Learning Center has two East Bay locations: 1929 Mt Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek, 925-944-1495, and 1144 Montague Ave., San Leandro, 510-483-9750. lakeshorelearning.com.
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Nature
01/03/2009 | Polar Bear Slide
Families are invited to take a chilly but exhilarating ride down a 22-foot spiral waterslide. 11am. FREE admission and hot chocolate. Children must be at least 48 inches tall. Robert Livermore Community Center Pool, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. 925-373-5751. larpd.dst.ca.us.
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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History
01/03/2009 | Exploring Black Diamond
The mine is closed but families can have fun when a ranger introduces you to the area's snakes. Rain cancels. 10-11am and 2-3pm. FREE but $5 parking fee. 5175 Somersville Road, Antioch. 888-EBPARKS. ebparks.org.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Nature
01/04/2009 | Trash-to-Treasure
<p>Bring in an old Altoid (or similar) tin container to the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center and we will turn it into a neat mini-purse on Saturday, January 4, 11:00am-12:00pm These small, hinged containers are great for holding Chapstick, photos, or business cards. All ages. The fee is $5. Call 510-670-7270. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward.</p>
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Nature
01/04/2009 | Trash to Treasure
Bring in an old Altoid (or similar) tin container and learn how to turn it into a mini-purse! All ages. 11am-noon. Class #533. $5. Reservations accepted. Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward. 510-670-7270. haywardrec.org.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Music
01/04/2009 | Jazz Show
Introduce your kids to jazz music at Yoshi's Sunday Kids' matinee show starring Pharoah Sanders. 2pm. $5 for ages 15 and younger, $18 adults with child. 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. 510-238-9200. yoshis.com.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Music
01/04/2009 | Nigerian Brothers
Ken Okulolo and his brothers entertain families with their harmonious voices, African guitar and percussion instruments. 3-4:30pm. $6 adults, $4 kids. Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley. 510-525-5054. ashkenaz.com.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Sports
01/04/2009 | Skate and Dine
Bring your family to the Golden Skate on Sun. evenings for its All-You-Can-Eat Skate Night including admission, all-you-can-eat pizza and sodas. 6:30-9pm. $11. 2701 Hooper Dr., San Ramon. 925-820-2525. thegoldenskate.com.
| Fee | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Health & Safety
01/04/2009 | New Mama Stretch Class
This new class offers moms-to-be and new mothers a yoga- and Pilates-based stretching class that will help relieve tension, aches and stress. Begins Jan 4.10:15-11am. First class is FREE. $15 per additional class. The Tulip Grove, 2078 Antioch Court, Oakland. 510-339-2225. thetulipgrove.com
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Sports
01/04/2009 | New Year Swim
It may be cold outside, but it's warm inside the Prewett Plunge Dome. Come splash and play at the Antioch WaterPark's heated and covered lap pool. Every Sun. through March 22 (weather permitting). Noon-4pm. $3, ages 2 and under FREE. 4701 Lone Tree Way. 925-776-3070. ci.antioch.ca.us.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Storyhours & Book Events
01/05/2009 | An Evening with Michael Chabon
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay will appear in conversation with columnist Jon Carroll to benefit Oakland's Park Day School. 6pm reception, 7pm performance. $25. Berkeley Repertory Theatre, 2025 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-653-0317 x103. parkdayschool.org.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Playgroups
01/05/2009 | Jump In
Children ages 1-5 can enjoy a morning of indoor play on inflatable slides, bounce houses and more. Every Mon., 9:30-11am. $8 children 2-5, $5 ages 1-2, parents FREE. Pump It Up, 1301 Franquette Ave., Concord. 925-969-9663. pumpitupparty.com.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Nature
01/06/2009 | Sea Siblings
Children ages 3-5 are invited to learn about nature and do a theme-related craft. 9:30-10:30am. $4. Registration required. Class # 20003. Crab Cove Visitor Center, 1252 McKay Ave., Alameda. 888-EBPARKS. ebparks.org.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Museum Events
01/06/2009 | Holiday Memories
This new exhibit features holiday decorations from years past, along with American girl dolls, model trains, wooden toys and more. Open Tue.-Fri. 1-4pm. FREE but donations welcome. Through Jan. 7. Museum of the San Ramon Valley, Railroad and Prospect Avenues, Danville. 925-837-3750. museumsrv.org.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Fitness & Wellness
01/07/2009 | Team In Training Information Meeting
Dare to change lives starting with yours! Join The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training and train for a hike event, full or half marathon, cycle century ride (100 miles) or triathlon while raising vital funds for blood cancer research and patient services. Learn more January 7th at 6:30pm at the Oakland Zoo, Zimmer Auditorium, 9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland. For more information call 800-78-TRAIN or visit www.teamintraining.org/sf.
| Free | Oakland
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Parent Education
01/07/2009 | Mom Time
SadieDey's Café (formerly Tumble and Tea) invites you to relax with a friend or catch up on a good book while your child is entertained nearby. 10am-2pm. $4.95 ages 1-5, parents FREE. 4210 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. 510-601-7378. sadiedeyscafe.com.
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Exhibits
01/07/2009 | Trains Galore
This popular traveling exhibition of HO-scale European model trains runs through Jan. 11. 10am-5pm. $10 adults, $7 students, children under 6 FREE with a paying adult. Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. 925-736-2277. blackhawkmuseum.org.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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History
01/08/2009 | Explore the Past
This children's space includes costumes, history cubbies, hands-on exhibits, games, books, art activities and more. Open Tue.- Sat., 11am- 4pm. FREE. Hayward Downtown Museum, 22701 Main St. 510-581-0223. haywardareahistory.org.
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Films
01/08/2009 | After-school Movies and Games
Chill out after school with movies and Wii games. 4-6pm. FREE. Hercules Library, 109 Civic Dr. 510-245-2420. ccclib.org.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Theater & Performance
01/09/2009 | Godspell Junior
<p>CONTRA COSTA CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL will be performing GODSPELL Junior January 9th at 7:00 Willows Theatre (Main Stage) 1975 Diamond Blvd. Concord, CA 94520 Adults $9.00 Students & Children $6.00 For more information please call: 925-934-4964 or visit us on the web at: www.directingmeeks.synthasite.com or www.cccss.org A great way to start the new year in a family friendly environement. Please join us.</p>
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Theater & Performance
01/09/2009 | Playhouse Disney Live
You're invited to the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse as Mickey plans a music party for his pals. 7pm. $20-$47. Paramount Theater, 2025 Broadway, Oakland. 510-465-6400. paramounttheatre.com.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Kids Classes
01/09/2009 | Performing Arts Workshops
Children ages 3-5 can participate in interactive workshops focusing on dance, music and visual arts. 9:45am-noon. Today through March 6. FREE. Registration required. East Bay Center for Performing Arts, West County YMCA, 263 South 20th St., Richmond. 510-234-5624, ext. 827. eastbaycenter.org.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Nature
01/10/2009 | Leopard Shark Feeding Frenzy
Assist the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center staff during the feeding of our shark tank on Saturday, January 10, 2:00pn to 3:00pm. Learn about the surfperch, lined-shore crabs, anemones and barnacles that inhabit the tank along with our resident leopard shark. New animals are being added regularly! Who is the predator and who is the prey? FREE. Call 510-670-7270. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward.
| Free | Hayward
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Theater & Performance
01/10/2009 | Storyteller Willy Claflin
City of Pleasanton Civic Arts will host the third in its SaturYAY! series of entertainment for children and their parents with storyteller Willy Claflin and his sidekick, Maynard the Moose. The 11:00 a.m. matinee will take place at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, on the Amador Valley High School campus in Pleasanton. Tickets to the Willy Claflin show are Adults: $10, $14 &$18 and Child: $6, $10 & $14. Purchase online at www.civicartstickets.org up to three hours prior to the performance, by phone at (925) 931-3444, or in person at the Amador Theater Box Office, M-F, 10am-2pm.
| Fee | Pleasanton
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Theater & Performance
01/10/2009 | Godspell Junior
<p>CONTRA COSTA CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL will be performing GODSPELL Junior January 10th at 2:00 Willows Theatre (Main Stage) 1975 Diamond Blvd. Concord, CA 94520 Adults $9.00 Students & Children $6.00 For more information please call: 925-934-4964 or visit us on the web at: www.directingmeeks.synthasite.com or www.cccss.org A great way to start the new year in a family friendly environement. Please join us.</p>
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Auditions
01/10/2009 | San Francisco Girls Chorus Auditions
<p>Girls ages 7-12 have an opportunity to audition for the three-time Grammy award-winning San Francisco Girls Chorus School (www.sfgirlschorus.org ) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Mormon Temple, 4780 Lincoln Ave., Oakland. Free. MORE INFO: Website: http://sfgirlschorus.org Email: info@sfgirlschorus.org Phone: 415-863-1752 x333</p>
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Theater & Performance
01/10/2009 | Wizard of Oz
Starstruck Theatre's Youth Performing Arts group presents this classic tale of Dorothy, the Lion, the Tin Man and the Scarecrow as they journey through the land of Oz. Jan. 10-24. $20-$25. Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont. 510-659-1319. starstrucktheatre.org.
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Storyhours & Book Events
01/10/2009 | SaturYAY Family Series
The City of Pleasanton presents storyteller Willy Claflin and his sidekick Maynard the Moose in this entertaining family show. $10-$18 adults, $6-$14 children. Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road. 925-931-3444. ci.pleasanton.ca.us.
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